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Blue Water Charters, LLC.
Charter operator

Blue Water Charters, LLC.

Orange Beach, United States
50+ reviews
Hello, my name is Capt. James Bertrand. I will make sure you, your friends and family have a fun day of fishing and enjoy all the natural beauty of the Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, Alabama and Perdido Key and Pensacola, Florida areas. We really do live in paradise and I will share with you all the things I love about OBA. I have been fishing and boating my entire life. I was born in Louisiana, so that means I was born with a fishing license tied to my toes! We offer a variety of fishing trips that are perfectly suited to anglers of all ages and abilities! As for the species on offer, get ready to come face-to-gills with anything from the elusive 'Cobia' to the 'Amberjack' more commonly known as the 'Reef Donkey' when you hook up on one of these bad boys, you will quickly understand the reason behind the nickname. Vermillion, Lane and Mangrove Snapper are also on the A list, as well as Triggerfish, Grouper and of course the famous Red Snapper that this area has become well known for!

Charter

Rating

5.0
70 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

95%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
88%
Caught fish

All reviews (70)

Showing 1 – 5 of 70 reviews
  • Quentin Cole
    Quentin Cole
    Repeat angler
    us
    Louisiana, US
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    Member since 2023
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    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Had a blast!!!

    3 Hour Trip - Inshore • 5 adults • 1 child

    Captain Bertrand was great. He put his on some areas where they were fish, we just weren’t landing them. But he also kept bringing us to new spots where we could finally catch some and once we got there, we tore them up. I would highly recommend using him and plan on using him again. 

    Response from Charter operator

    Thank you guys! See you again soon.

  • Jonathan Best
    Jonathan Best
    us
    Missouri, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    First time for my daughters

    4 Hour Trip – Inshore • 4 adults • 2 children

    This was the first time for my daughters. They were a bit nervous but Captain James was great helping them out. He walked them through how to work certain tackle, bait their hooks properly and how far down to drop the bait. He was extremely knowledgeable about the area and put us on the fish right away. We targeted Snapper throughout the trip and caught several. In the end my girls had a blast and want to do it again.

    Reported catch:
    Mangrove Snapper
    Response from Charter operator

    Thank you guys! See you again soon.

  • Shane Mcconnell
    Shane Mcconnell
    us
    Kansas, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Great time!

    4 Hour Trip – Inshore • 4 adults

    Hada great time with kids and buddy. Captain tooks us to several places catching fish. Will be going back.

    Reported catch:
    Mangrove Snapper
    Flounder
    Pompano
    Response from Charter operator

    Thanks guys! See you soon.

  • Cynthia Smith
    Cynthia Smith
    us
    Texas, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    August fishing trip

    4 Hour Trip – Inshore • 4 adults • 1 child
    Response from Charter operator

    Thank you Cynthia! See yall next time at the beach.

  • Stephen Saunders
    Stephen Saunders
    us
    Tennessee, US
    •
    Member since 2026

    The captain canceled

    Trip was supposed to happen on May 28, 2026
    The charter operator canceled 3 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

Real catches shared by our community

  • Blue Water Charters
    Blue Water ChartersOrange Beach, AL
    First time for my daughters
    Jonathan B.
    Jonathan B.
  • Blue Water Charters
    Blue Water ChartersOrange Beach, AL
    Fishing with James
    Debra D.
    Debra D.
  • Blue Water Charters
    Blue Water ChartersOrange Beach, AL
    Half day with Captain James
    John H.
    John H.
  • Blue Water Charters
    Blue Water ChartersOrange Beach, AL
    Great Trip
    Paula C.
    Paula C.
  • Blue Water Charters
    Blue Water ChartersOrange Beach, AL
    6hr OffShore with Captain Dan
    Christie Y.
    Christie Y.
  • Blue Water Charters
    Blue Water ChartersOrange Beach, AL
    Great couple of guys
    Eric B.
    Eric B.
  • Blue Water Charters
    Blue Water ChartersOrange Beach, AL
    Fishing with James
    William S.
    William S.
  • Blue Water Charters
    Blue Water ChartersOrange Beach, AL
    Morning trip with Captain James
    Robbie A.
    Robbie A.
  • Blue Water Charters
    Blue Water ChartersOrange Beach, AL
    Four hour trip with Capt. James and Blue Water Charters
    Rob R.
    Rob R.
  • Blue Water Charters
    Blue Water ChartersOrange Beach, AL
    Non-stop bites
    Josh L.
    Josh L.

What's biting with Blue Water Charters in Orange Beach

While peak season may be over, the weather is only getting better here. No more showers mean the waters are usually calm and the bite is excellent, with Redfish testing your line inshore, and Marlin offshore.

Top catches for September

Fishing reports

A variety of freshly caught fish, including Snapper and Mackerel, displayed on ice at a dock after a fishing trip.

Fishing in Orange Beach

Sep 18, 2026 • Orange Beach
Oh snap!!!
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Angler proudly displaying a large Black Drum while fishing on a sunny day.

Triggerfish Bites for the Skillet

Sep 14, 2026 • Orange Beach
Triggerfish for the Skillet!
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Young angler proudly holding a large Redfish while enjoying a sunny day on the water.

Redfish Action on the Bite

Sep 12, 2026 • Orange Beach
Redfish Action!!!
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A father and son enjoying a day on the water, with fishing rods in the background, capturing a moment of family bonding while boating.

Red Grouper Tight to Shore

Sep 6, 2026 • Orange Beach
Red Grouper in Close!
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A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of Red Snapper on a fishing charter, with a beautiful waterfront background.

Red Snapper for Everybody

Sep 5, 2026 • Orange Beach
Red Snapper for Everybody!
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A proud angler holding a large Speckled Trout while fishing from a boat, showcasing a sunny day on the water.

Birthday trip success

Aug 22, 2026 • Orange Beach
Birthday girl got it done today
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